2008 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
